We're seeking a visionary and collaborative Director of Student Services and ELD to strengthen PreK-12 student support systems and help ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed at Lebanon School District. In this 245-day leadership role, you'll oversee programs and services that support English Learners, at-risk and vulnerable student populations, attendance, alternative education, health services, and student and family well-being. You'll lead teams, build effective systems, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with families, staff, agencies, and community partners to create meaningful pathways for student success.

What Success Looks Like:

Building comprehensive student support systems that improve achievement, attendance, engagement, behavior, belonging, and overall student success
Ensuring high-quality English Language Development services, from identification and screening through instruction and reclassification
Using data and assessment practices to identify needs, evaluate programs, and drive continuous improvement
Ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, reporting requirements, and student service mandates
Building strong partnerships with families, district staff, community agencies, and organizations serving multilingual and vulnerable student populations
Leading coordinated interventions and wraparound services that address the academic, social, emotional, and personal needs of students

Required Qualifications:

K-12 principal certification preferred, with a minimum of five years of supervisory experience preferred
Certification requirements to teach English Language Development/ESL Specialist
Classroom experience and knowledge of research-based PreK-12 instruction, with a focus on ELD and student services
Experience with data management, data analysis, assessment practices, and professional development
Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with district personnel, government agencies, families, and community members

Your Impact:
As our Director of Student Services and ELD, you'll have the opportunity to:

Lead and evaluate comprehensive programs supporting English Learners and vulnerable student populations
Supervise and collaborate with social workers, counselors, nurses, support staff, and student service teams
Develop and oversee attendance improvement strategies and coordinated interventions for at-risk students
Lead alternative education programming, including planning, staffing, and program evaluation
Coordinate with mental health providers and community agencies to support student and family well-being
Oversee Health Services and ensure alignment with state requirements and student wellness initiatives
Provide linguistically and culturally responsive support to district personnel and external partners
Keep district leadership informed of changes in laws, regulations, and best practices affecting ELD and student services

What We Offer:

Competitive salary based on education and experience (Act 93 Agreement)
Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Health, dental, life, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
Professional development opportunities
Opportunities to attend conferences, webinars, and training focused on ELD, student services, compliance, and best practices

Work Environment:
This leadership position requires frequent visits to district schools, collaboration with staff and community partners, and participation in meetings, conferences, and student support activities. The role involves periods of sitting, standing, walking, driving, and occasional bending, reaching, grasping, stair climbing, and lifting of up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Ready to Make an Impact?
Join a district committed to creating strong systems of support so every student can learn, grow, and thrive. If you're a collaborative leader who is passionate about student services, multilingual learners, equity, and building partnerships that make a difference, we invite you to bring your expertise to the Lebanon School District. Apply now to become part of our leadership team and help strengthen the systems that support student success across our community.

Director of Student Services & English Language Development